Rail - Jaswan, Kangra
Rail is a village situated in the Jaswan tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Rail village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rail is 010652. The village covers a total geographical area of 197 hectares and falls under the 177106 pincode. Talwara is the nearest town.
Rail village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaswan-Pragpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rail
According to the 2011 Census, Rail village had a total population of 157 people, including 77 males and 80 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 1,039 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.71%, with male literacy at 92.42% and female literacy at 79.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 53.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 157 | 77 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 29 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 120 | 61 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 16 | 21 |
Transport and Connectivity of Rail
Public transport in the Rail is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Rail is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rail
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rail village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rail
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rail village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rail
Where is Rail located?
Rail village is located in Jaswan Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rail?
Rail is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rail?
The pincode of Rail is 177106.
What is the population of Rail?
Rail had a total population of 157, including 77 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Rail?
Rail had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rail?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rail was 85.71%. Male literacy was 92.42% and female literacy was 79.73%.